Powys Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

March 2024 marked a continuation of Powys' consistently low crime rates, with an overall rate of 0.4 per 1,000 residents — 94.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The area's crime profile remains dominated by anti-social behaviour (52.7% of total crimes) and violence and sexual offences (18.2%), both of which are significantly below national averages. This pattern aligns with Powys' rural character, where community-focused policing and lower population density likely contribute to reduced violent crime. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as the transition to spring and lengthening evenings could influence anti-social behaviour patterns. Despite the overall low rate, the 100% increase in burglary cases from February to March raises questions about potential vulnerabilities in property security. The absence of major urban centres or high-density populations in Powys may explain the dominance of non-violent crimes, with property offences accounting for just 12.7% of the total. This data suggests that while the area is exceptionally safe compared to the UK, residents should remain vigilant about targeted property crimes, particularly as outdoor activity increases with the season.

March 2024 saw a 100% rise in burglary cases, with 2 incidents reported compared to 0 in February. This increase, though small in absolute terms, warrants attention given the area's historically low rates. Other crime rose by 66.7%, from 3 to 5 cases, suggesting potential shifts in criminal activity patterns. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 29.3%, from 41 to 29 cases — a significant drop that may reflect seasonal changes as evenings lengthen. Drug-related crimes plummeted by two-thirds, from 3 to 1, a decline consistent with the area's overall low prevalence of such offences. Every crime category in Powys remains at least 83% below the UK average, with anti-social behaviour and violence both showing 96% and 83% gaps respectively. These figures highlight the area's relative safety while underscoring the need for awareness around rising burglary incidents.

Powys' crime rate in March 2024 dropped by 22.6% compared to February, reflecting a continued downward trend. With 55 crimes reported over 31 days, this equates to approximately 2 crimes per day — a figure significantly lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for roughly every 2456 residents, illustrating the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks. When scaled to the population of 135,059, the monthly exposure rate remains exceptionally low, with no category approaching the UK average for any crime type. This daily and monthly context provides residents with a clear picture of the area's security profile, emphasizing that even the most common crimes — anti-social behaviour and violence — remain far below national levels. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Powys continues to perform well against broader UK trends, though the 100% below UK average for categories like burglary and shoplifting underscores the need for vigilance in specific areas.